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Tim Seifert Shines with Joint-Fastest CPL Century for St Lucia Kings
In a thrilling encounter on 31 August 2025, the St Lucia Kings faced off against the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). The match was a turning point for the Kings, thanks to a stunning display by wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Seifert.
Seifert, who joined the Kings this season, showcased his prowess with the bat, scoring a 40-ball hundred. This spectacular innings not only secured his place as a key player for the Kings but also played a crucial role in propelling the team to second place in the points table.
Seifert's century was the joint-fastest in CPL history, shared with Andre Russell, who achieved the feat in 2018. The New Zealander's 125 not out off 53 balls is the second-fastest century in the 2025 CPL season.
The innings began with an early setback for the Kings as opener Johnson Charles fell in the third over. However, Seifert and Ackeem Auguste managed to stitch together a 64-run stand, providing the much-needed impetus for the Kings' innings.
During his innings, Seifert was unstoppable, scoring 24 runs in just 9 deliveries. No other player on the Kings' side was able to cross the 25-run mark, highlighting the dominance of Seifert's performance.
The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, led by Shai Hope's 46-ball 61 and Shakib Al Hasan's 26-ball 61, posted a challenging total of 204-4 in their innings. Despite this, Seifert's century proved to be the difference-maker, guiding the Kings to a victory that will be remembered in the annals of the CPL.
The table below lists the fastest CPL hundreds as of 31 August 2025:
| Rank | Player | Balls | Year | Team | |------|---------------------|--------|-------|---------| | 1 | Andre Russell | 40 | 2018 | Trinbago Knight Riders | | 1 | Tim Seifert | 40 | 2025 | St Lucia Kings | | 3 | Shai Hope | 41 | 2023 | Barbados Royals | | 4 | Nicholas Pooran | 45 | 2020 | Trinbago Knight Riders | | 4 | Rahkeem Cornwall | 45 | 2023 | Jamaica Tallawahs |
This match between the St Lucia Kings and the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons was a testament to the exciting and competitive nature of the CPL. With such high-octane performances, fans can expect more nail-biting encounters in the upcoming matches of the league.
